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  • April 13, 2016

    Shikoku: Shodoshima Area

    Shodoshima is the he largest island participating in Setouchi Triennale and the second largest island in the Seto Inland Sea. Traditionally known for its soy and olive plantations, Shodoshima has...
  • April 13, 2016

    Shikoku: Tokushima City Area

    Tokushima is the largest city in Tokushima Prefecture and another point of entry and exit to Shikoku. Connected to the main island of Honshu via the Onaruto Bridge, Awajima and the Akashi-Kaikyo ...
  • April 13, 2016

    Shikoku: Iya Valley Area

    Iya Valley is a secluded inland area of Tokushima Prefecture on the island of Shikoku, known of its beautiful river valley, vine bridges, deep forests and lost hamlets. The valley follows the flo...
  • April 13, 2016

    Shikoku: Kochi City Area

    Kochi Prefecture covers much of the southern area of Shikoku, including a long Pacific coast. It is a largely undeveloped area of beautiful coastline including some of Japan’s best surf, pristine...
  • April 13, 2016

    Shikoku: Kochi Surf Coast Area

    The Pacific coast of Kochi Prefecture on the island of Shikoku is known as the best surfing region in Japan. It’s important set expectations especially for travellers from Australia, the United S...
  • April 13, 2016

    Shikoku: Shimanto River Area

    The Shimanto River area is a beautiful part of Kochi Prefecture in southern Shikoku. Originating from Mount Irazu, the winding Shimanto River runs 196km to the Pacific Coast and is considered the...
  • April 13, 2016

    Shikoku: Cape Ashizuri Area

    Kochi Prefecture’s Cape Ashizrui is the southern-most point on the island of Shikoku and as such, can be considered the end point of the Kochi surf coast. Protruding into the Pacific Ocean, the c...
  • April 13, 2016

    Shikoku: Uwajima Area

    Uwajima is a coastal city in Ehime Prefecture, best-known for its castle and the tradition of bull-fighting. Like Kochi Castle, Uwajima Castle is another of Japan’s few remaining original castles...
  • April 13, 2016

    Shikoku: Ozu Area

    Ozu is a quaint city located in western Shikoku, known of its castle, picturesque old town and Garyu Sanso Villa. The overall city retains much of historical character with paved roads and alleys...